Sales Assistant

Overview

COBS Bread is seeking a part-time Sales Assistant for its Prince George, British Columbia bakery. This role offers a starting wage of $18.25 per hour plus $10.00 in free product for each shift. The company has been recognized as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Retail & Hospitality 2025 and is Great Place To Work Certified™.

The position is designed for someone who enjoys working with people, is eager to learn, and wants to contribute to a friendly bakery environment. Prior experience is not required, as the focus is on attitude, teamwork, and willingness to grow.

What the role involves

As a Sales Assistant, you will help create a warm and memorable in-bakery experience for customers while supporting daily operations in a fast-paced retail bakery setting. The role combines customer interaction, product presentation, marketing support, and light bakery assistance.

• Support a small team in delivering excellent service and building relationships with regular customers.
• Merchandise baked goods and help carry out in-store marketing campaigns.
• Maintain cleanliness in the bakery and assist with production tasks when needed, including learning basic baking activities.

What COBS Bread is looking for

COBS Bread is looking for a personable, dependable, and team-oriented individual who enjoys serving customers and learning new skills. A positive outlook and friendly communication style are important for success in this position.

Physical requirements

• Ability to remain standing and walking for extended periods.
• Frequent use of both hands throughout the shift.
• Regular lifting and carrying of up to 7.5 kg, along with bending, turning, and reaching below shoulder level.
• Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 22 kg, plus pushing, pulling, crouching, bending, and reaching above shoulder level.

Benefits and workplace perks

• Flexible scheduling in a positive and enjoyable team environment.
• Access to training that supports development in sales and leadership through the Bronze and Silver Sales Development Qualification program.
• Opportunities for career growth and greater impact within the business and community.
• Free products provided during every shift.
• Additional benefits available for full-time employees.

About the company

COBS Bread operates more than 180 bakery locations across Canada, offering fresh baked goods daily to local communities. Unsold products are donated every day to charities and food banks. The organization credits its success to product quality, employee development, and friendly service. COBS Bread is part of Bakers Delight, which began in 1980 and now operates more than 700 bakeries across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the USA, with a workforce of over 15,000 serving more than 2.1 million customers each week.

Accessibility

Accommodation is available for applicants and employees with disabilities upon request. If selected for a job opportunity, candidates are encouraged to share any accommodation needs to help ensure a fair and accessible hiring process. Any details provided about accommodation will be handled confidentially.

Selection note

Only candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.